If you want to feel the romantic atmosphere while admiring historical monuments, then be sure to check out this temple that
HongKongFootprint.com will introduce. This temple was built in 1754 and has a history of more than 200 years. It is said that a long time ago, the local villagers built this temple in order to pray for good weather, so that the bad weather would not affect the local crops or the harvest of fish.
This temple is located on the waterfront. It is a common Tin Hau Temple in Hong Kong and is mainly used to worship the "Tin Hau". According to records, "Tin Hau" is also known as "Mazu". It is said that her real name is "Lin Moniang". She was born in the early years of the Northern Song Dynasty. When she was a child, she was not only talented and intelligent, but also had the ability to predict changes in the weather. As a result, this ability saved many fishermen who went to sea to make a living. Therefore, since the Northern Song Dynasty, "Tin Hau" has been regarded as the patron saint of fishermen. Especially in some cities or villages built along the coast, there is always a Tin Hau Temple.
Most of the Tin Hau Temples in Hong Kong were built in fishermen's settlements, but the belief in worshiping the "Tin Hau" also came from different industries. During festivals, especially on the birthday of Tin Hau (the 23rd day of the third lunar month), Tin Hau Temple will be very lively. There will be some traditional celebrations outside the temple, such as dragon and lion dances, Cantonese opera performances or parade performances and etc. The scene is spectacular, but also very lively.
In addition, this temple is also known as one of the most romantic Tin Hau Temples in Hong Kong. Because the harbour view here is very beautiful, and the environment is quiet, it is definitely a good place for a date. So on any given day, there will always be some couples here to come on a date and enjoy the romantic moment.
If you also want to visit here, it is recommended to take the MTR to Yau Tong Station and leave at Exit A2. Afterwards, walk along Cha Kwo Ling Road to Lei Yue Mun Path, and then walk from Lei Yue Mun Path to Lei Yue Mun Praya Road. After arriving at Lei Yue Mun Praya Road, walk along Lei Yue Mun Praya Road to the Lei Yue Mun Hoi Pong Road Central, and then go straight to the Lei Yue Mun Hoi Pong Road East. On the way, you will pass some villages and then you can come to this temple.
Location: Tin Hau Temple (Lei Yue Mun)
Address: Ma Wan Tsuen, Lei Yue Mun, Kowloon
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